Project Accountant (Construction)

Atlantic Group; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting firm is seeking a Project Accountant in the South Jersey area. This hybrid role involves overseeing billing compliance, preparing AIA payment applications, and managing financial reporting. The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of project accounting experience, particularly in construction. Strong Excel skills and effective communication are essential for coordinating with stakeholders. Competitive salary of $65,000 to $75,000/year plus bonuses is offered.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of project accounting or billing analyst experience.
• Direct experience in construction accounting and AIA billing preferred.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all project billings meet contract terms.
• Prepare and submit monthly AIA payment applications.
• Conduct monthly reconciliations and job statement reviews.
• Manage, track, and invoice project-specific change orders.
• Support collections and coordinate with project managers.

Skills

Communication skills

Advanced Excel proficiency

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management systems

Job description

Job Overview – Project Accountant (Construction)

Compensation: $65,000 – $75,000/year + bonus

Location: South Jersey area

Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)

Join our client as a Project Accountant (Construction) in the South Jersey area (Hybrid). Oversee billing compliance, prepare AIA payment applications, manage financial reporting, and support change orders and reconciliations. Ideal for early-career accountants with construction experience, strong communication skills, and advanced Excel proficiency.

Base pay range

$65,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Responsibilities – Project Accountant (Construction)

• Billing Compliance: Ensure all project billings meet contract terms, including retention and stored materials.
• Payment Applications: Prepare and submit monthly AIA payment applications and invoices to general contractors.
• Project Analysis: Conduct monthly reconciliations and job statement reviews to confirm billing goals are achieved.
• Change Orders: Manage, track, and invoice project-specific change orders while maintaining accurate records.
• Collections & Collaboration: Support collections, resolve payment variances, and coordinate with project managers on billing and retention requests.

Qualifications – Project Accountant (Construction)

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.
• Experience: 1-2 years of project accounting or billing analyst experience required, with direct experience in construction accounting and AIA billing preferred.
• Technical Skills: Advanced Microsoft Office skills with strong Excel proficiency, and experience in accounting or project management systems preferred.
• Skills & Attributes: Detail-oriented with strong billing and reporting accuracy, excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, and effective communication skills for stakeholder management.

Application Notice

Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.